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Item:121932707332Antique Halifax Moon Mahogany Longcase Clock by T Maddocks, Frodsham At Cheshire Grandfather Clocks we hold one of the largest selections of Antique longcase clocks in the UK. PLEASE VIEW OUR EBAY SHOP FOR THE OTHER CLOCKS & ANTIQUES WE HAVE LISTED : IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VIEW THE CLOCK OR HAVE NAY QUESTIONS PLEASE CAL US ON 01829 733028 DESCRIPTION: This is a wonderful 8-Day Halifax Moon inlaid mahogany longcase clock which is in superb condition and is exceptionally detailed. The clock is in perfect working order having recently been professionally cleaned and serviced. This clock is absolutely perfect for anyone looking for a clock to place straight into their home. If we start with the hood, this has swan necks with superb brass pateras, with wonderful stringing inlaid around the edge of the panel below. Pretty square reeded columns which again have been nicely inlaid, flank the hood door. To the rear are plain back splats. The door is mahogany veneered and has a pretty turned knob.The triple peak door has some wonderful grain to the mahogany and above the door is beautifully inlaid with fine stringing. Then below the door is a panel. If we then move down to the trunk it has a lovely triple peak door has some wonderful grain to the mahogany and above the door is beautifully inlaid with fine stringing. Then below the door is a panel which has a superb panel of flame mahogany. The door is also complete with it's lock and key which is fully working. The door is then flanked by square reeded columns which have been nicely inlaid with stringing. Finally the base has canted corners with frame of inlay with wonderful flame mahogany veneers to the centre and mahogany cross banding to the outside of the inlay. It is raised on lovely ogee bracket feet. The dial with makers name of 'T. Maddocks, Frodsham', has the four corners adorned with ladies depicting the four continents which has been created in vivid colours. The dial is set out with Roman Numerals. There is date aperture. The Halifax moon is wonderful with the moons and also lovely painting of a galleon and a cottage scene. Above the Halifax moon are two lovely sprays of flowers which have been created in gold leaf. The dial also has the most wonderful fretted fingers. The movement is eight day duration and is rack striking on a single bell. The movement is in perfect working order having recently been professionally cleaned and serviced. As can be seen from the photographs the movement is immaculately clean. There are one 'T. Maddocks, Frodsham' listed in 'Clockmakers of Cheshire by Keith Appleby: 'MADDOCKS Thomas Clock & Watchmaker. Main Street 1848 - 80'. DIMENSIONS: The approximate dimensions are: - 88.75 inches high - 24.5 inches across the widest part of the hood - 18.25 inches across the trunk - 22.5 inches across the widest part of the base As can be seen from these dimension this is a clock of lovely proportions. CONDITION: The clock is in wonderful condition. The movement is immaculately clean and in perfect working order having recently been professionally cleaned and serviced. This wonderful clock would make a super addition to any home, so happy bidding. If you have time please check out my other items! Payment: Please ensure that we receive payment within 2 days of the close of auction. Payment methods listed. For collection in person, cash on collection. Please email any other questions before bidding and only bid if you are serious about buying. Collection / Delivery: Buyer to collect from Tarporley, Cheshire. There is a possibility of local delivery please contact us on 01829 733028. If you are unable to collect you are welcome to arrange a courier. Mark Woodrow on 07525 761169 can provide a courier quote. Please note all courier costs to be paid directly by buyer. Unless prior arrangements have been made all items to be collected within 14 days. Ref: Maddocks t of FRODSHAM Powered by eBay Turbo ListerCondition: Please see photographs and description. The clock is in wonderful condition. The movement is immaculately clean and in perfect working order having recently been professionally cleaned and serviced., Type: Longcase/ Grandfather Clock, Features: 8-Day, Age: Antique, Pre-1900, Sub-Type: Grandfather, Style/ Origin/ Theme: Victorian, Material: Maghogany, Condition: Used